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Custodian Appreciation Day

The image above is a photo of the wonderful custodial crew here at Woodley Hills Elementary

Dear Woodley Hills Family,

Friday, we celebrated National Custodian Day across our school community, and we want to extend our deepest appreciation to our dedicated custodial team. Every day, they work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our building and grounds clean, safe, and welcoming so our students and staff can focus on learning and growing. Our school simply could not run without their hard work, care, and constant support.

Please join us in honoring our wonderful custodians for everything they do to keep Woodley Hills shining bright. Next time you or your children are at school, be sure to thank them when you see them for making our school such a fantastic place to be.

Warmly,

LaChelle Williams and Patrice Wade

Save The Date

10/12 - Holiday Indigenous Peoples' Day - No School

10/21 - Early Release @ 12:30pm

10/21 - PTA Meeting 6:30-7:30pm (Hybrid)

10/30 - Early Release @ 1:30pm

Social Emotional Spotlight

Families,

Next week and throughout October, students in grades 3–6 will take the SEL Screener during their regularly scheduled school counseling lessons.

After each survey window, families will receive an individual report of their student’s results. The SEL Screener Parent/Guardian Report and Guide will be posted in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE within about one month after the survey window ends. Families without a ParentVUE account will receive the report and guide from the school. School staff are available to discuss the results with families.

Visit the Family Guide to Understanding SEL Strengths for tips on discussing results with your student, information about mental wellness supports, and copies of the parent/guardian report and guide.

Superintendent Community Conversations

Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:

Registration is not required, but it helps with planning. 

Conversaciones Comunitarias Directamente con la Dra. Reid

Acompáñenos en una serie de Conversaciones Comunitarias que se llevarán a cabo en diferentes lugares de la división escolar. Estas reuniones están abiertas a todos, incluyendo familias, estudiantes, y miembros de la comunidad. Puede asistir al evento que le resulte más conveniente, aunque no se lleve a cabo en su escuela o comunidad. Esta es una oportunidad para compartir sus opiniones, conversar directamente con la Dra. Reid y hacerle preguntas sobre temas importantes para nuestra comunidad de FCPS.

No es necesario inscribirse, pero hacerlo nos ayuda con la planificación. 

Calendar Change: Eid al-Fitr

FCPS will mark the beginning of Eid al-Fitr with an evening-only observance day on Monday, March 8. There will be school on this day, but major school-sponsored events and activities (such as auditions or tryouts) will not take place. 

Tuesday, March 9, will be a holiday for students and staff. 

Wednesday, March 10, will be an observance day. There will be school on this day, but certain activities that cannot be made up (major tests, field trips, or mandatory events) will not take place on this day. 

A new school year calendar has been published, which includes this change. Please note that holidays and observances on the calendar may shift due to anticipated lunar sightings.

Cambio en el calendario: Eid al-Fitr

FCPS marcará el comienzo de Eid al-Fitr con un día de conmemoración únicamente durante la noche del lunes, 8 de marzo. Habrá clases ese día, pero no se llevarán a cabo eventos ni actividades importantes patrocinadas por la escuela, como audiciones o pruebas para equipos.

El martes, 9 de marzo, será un día festivo para estudiantes y personal.

El miércoles, 10 de marzo, será un día de conmemoración. Habrá clases, pero no se realizarán ciertas actividades que no puedan recuperarse, como exámenes importantes, excursiones o eventos obligatorios.

Se ha publicado un nuevo calendario del año escolar que refleja este cambio. Tenga en cuenta que los días festivos y de conmemoración que aparecen en el calendario pueden cambiar según la observación prevista del calendario lunar.

Transportation Survey

Safe Routes to School Parent and Caregiver Survey

As part of the Fairfax County School Board’s Annual School-Based Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Assessment, the FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are inviting parents and caregivers to share their experiences traveling to and from school.

The Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Survey asks about walking and biking routes, traffic near schools, kiss and ride experiences, accessibility, and other safety concerns. 

Your feedback will help FCPS identify common issues. Your responses will be kept confidential and shared with school administrators and the Office of Safety and Security. The five-minute survey is open through Thursday, October 15. 

Be sure to identify the school related to your feedback and include specific locations where you have observed a safety issue. If you have students at different schools in FCPS, please complete a different survey for each school. 

If you have any questions about the survey, please contact SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.  

Encuesta para padres y tutores sobre rutas seguras a la escuela

Como parte de la Evaluación Anual de Seguridad Vial y Peatonal en las Escuelas de la Junta Escolar del Condado de Fairfax, la Oficina de Seguridad y Protección de FCPS y el programa “Safe Routes to School” (Rutas Seguras a la Escuela) invitan a padres y tutores a compartir sus experiencias al trasladarse hacia y desde la escuela.

La Encuesta sobre Seguridad Vial y Peatonal incluye preguntas sobre las rutas para caminar y andar en bicicleta, el tráfico cerca de las escuelas, las experiencias en las áreas de kiss and ride, la accesibilidad y otras inquietudes relacionadas con la seguridad.

Sus comentarios ayudarán a FCPS a identificar problemas comunes. Sus respuestas se mantendrán confidenciales y se compartirán con los administradores escolares y la Oficina de Seguridad y Protección. La encuesta toma aproximadamente cinco minutos y estará disponible hasta el jueves, 15 de octubre.

Asegúrese de indicar la escuela relacionada con sus comentarios e incluir los lugares específicos donde haya observado algún problema de seguridad. Si tiene estudiantes en diferentes escuelas de FCPS, complete una encuesta por separado para cada escuela.

Si tiene preguntas sobre la encuesta, comuníquese con SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.

AAP Expansion

FCPS Seeks Community Input on Middle School AAP Centers

FCPS is exploring a plan to offer Full-Time Advanced Academic Program (AAP) services at every middle school. Under the proposal, students who qualify could attend their neighborhood middle school and take advanced classes with other AAP students. The School Board has approved community engagement at Franklin, Hayfield, Holmes, Key, and Whitman middle schools, where programs could open for the 2027-28 school year. The proposal is still under consideration, and the School Board is expected to make a decision in December.

Each community meeting offers in-person and virtual participation. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for:

  • Franklin Middle: Monday, October 5, at 6 p.m.
  • Holmes Middle: Thursday, October 15, at 6 p.m.
  • Whitman Middle: Thursday, October 22, at 6 p.m.

Current middle school students will remain at their assigned AAP centers through middle school. Learn more and find meeting sign-up forms on the Middle School AAP Centers page.

FCPS solicita la opinión de la Comunidad sobre los Centros AAP en las Escuelas Intermedias

FCPS está explorando un plan para ofrecer servicios del Programa Académico Avanzado (AAP) de Tiempo Completo en todas las escuelas intermedias. Según la propuesta, los estudiantes que reúnan los requisitos podrían asistir a la escuela intermedia de su vecindario y tomar clases avanzadas junto con otros estudiantes de AAP. La Junta Escolar ha aprobado un proceso de participación comunitaria en las escuelas intermedias Franklin, Hayfield, Holmes, Key y Whitman, donde estos programas podrían comenzar durante el año escolar 2027-28. La propuesta continúa bajo consideración y se espera que la Junta Escolar tome una decisión en diciembre de 2026.

Cada reunión comunitaria ofrecerá opciones de participación presencial y virtual. Las próximas reuniones están programadas para:

  • Escuela Intermedia Franklin: lunes, 5 de octubre, a las 6 p.m.
  • Escuela Intermedia Holmes: jueves, 15 de octubre, a las 6 p.m.
  • Escuela Intermedia Whitman: jueves, 22 de octubre, a las 6 p.m.

Cada reunión contará con una opción presencial y otra virtual. Los estudiantes que actualmente cursan la escuela intermedia permanecerán en sus centros AAP asignados hasta completar este nivel escolar. Conozca más y encuentre los formularios de inscripción para las reuniones en la página de Centros AAP de las Escuelas Intermedias.

Growing Together: Talking About Social-Emotional Learning at Home

Social-emotional learning (SEL) helps children develop confidence, resilience, self-awareness, and other important skills that support their success in school and throughout life. Join a workshop for parents and caregivers to:

  • Understand your child’s Fairfax County SEL Screener results.
  • Use the results as a starting point for meaningful conversations at home.
  • Support your child’s social and emotional development.
  • Build confidence, resilience, and lifelong skills together. 

Learn practical ways to talk with your child about their social and emotional well-being and support their continued growth at home. Events will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, at Skyview High School and Wednesday, October 21, at Kingstowne Regional Library. View additional dates on the FCPS Family Academy webpage. 

Childcare will be available. Interpretation services are available upon request. For more information, contact the Family and School Partnerships office at 703-204-4300 or FamilyEngagement@fcps.edu. 

Learn About Applied Behavior Analysis and Teaching New Skills at Home

All family members and caregivers are invited to attend monthly Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Family Training to learn how to support and teach students with autism and related disorders. No registration is needed.  

Virtual trainings take place at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Join a session. Upcoming topics include:

  • Autism and ABA Overview on Wednesday, October 14. (It is highly recommended that you attend this session before any future sessions.)
  • Prioritizing Skills to Teach at Home on Wednesday, November 18.
  • Toilet Training on Wednesday, December 9.
  • Managing Challenging Behaviors at Home on Wednesday, January 13.
  • Communication: A Foundation for Independence on Wednesday, February 10. 

Visit the ABA webpage for a full list of classes. Need an interpreter? Contact Stephanie Watkins two weeks before the training at 571-423-4110 or sawatkins@fcps.edu. 

Understanding the FCPS Calendar

Help your child prepare for future success by encouraging them to develop positive attendance habits. Regular attendance supports learning and helps students stay on track for college, careers, and other opportunities after graduation.

Take a look at the FCPS calendar. Try your best to schedule any vacations or planned family events on weekends and school holidays. If the appointment needs to be during the school day, when possible, schedule it for the beginning or end of the day to minimize time missed. 

If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or appointment, please report the absence to our school as early as possible. Find out how to report an absence on our homepage or call the front office.

If you or your family need any kind of support, please let us know. We are here for you! Visit the FCPS Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.